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There are no surprises. Austin Hooper (knee) is active after missing the last three games. Jan 14 - 3:09 PM

Falcons signed S Dashon Goldson.

Goldson spent the first six weeks of this season with the Falcons after failing to draw any interest in free agency. He worked out for the team on Monday. Goldson will provide depth after Atlanta placed Kemal Ishmael on injured reserve last week. Tue, Dec 20, 2016 10:23:00 AM

Falcons signed SS Dashon Goldson, formerly of the Redskins, to a one-year contract.

Goldson must have looked good at Saturday's workout because it took the Falcons less than 24 hours to sign him. It's a smart deal for Atlanta with rookie Keanu Neal slated to miss 3-4 weeks after undergoing a knee scope. Despite his All-Pro pedigree, the 31-year-old Goldson will likely begin the year backing up Kemal Ishmael at strong safety. Sun, Aug 28, 2016 09:04:00 AM

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It is not a surprise after he was placed in the concussion protocol following the game on Thursday. The good news is the Falcons do not play until Monday night, so he has a better chance than most to be cleared in time. Atlanta will release their first practice report on Thursday.